VFR Pilot

PHI Health, LLC; Sierra Vista (AZ); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Shift bonuses

Annual safety bonus

Sign-on bonus up to $50,000

Job summary

PHI Health, LLC is seeking pilots for AS350 VFR/NVG aircraft in Sierra Vista, Arizona. With a focus on safety, the role requires line pilot duties and participation in safety campaigns. Candidates must have the necessary helicopter ratings and flight hours, alongside strong communication skills.

This position offers competitive pay, bonuses, and a relocation package, appealing to highly qualified candidates ready for a dynamic 24-hour work schedule.

Qualifications

• 2,000 total flight hours with specific helicopter flight hour breakdown.
• Weight restriction: individual weight not to exceed 235 lbs.
• Pre-placement physical exam and drug screening required.

Responsibilities

• Perform line pilot duties per Guest Operating Manual.
• Support Safety Management System and community outreach programs.
• Assist in loading and unloading of patients and equipment.

Skills

Communication skills

Customer service skills

Education

Commercial and Instrument Helicopter Ratings

First Class Medical and CAMTS requirement

Job description

Job Summary

PHI Air Medical (operating under CAMTS guidelines) seeks pilots for AS350 VFR/NVG aircraft in a 24‑hour day/night rotation. Applicants must complete a 1‑year minimum service requirement (replacement service requirement of 2 years if relocation); relocation package available.

Responsibilities

• Perform line pilot duties per Guest Operating Manual.
• Support Safety Management System, Destination Zero and other safety campaigns.
• Adhere to PHI Air Medical policies and participate in community outreach programs.
• Assist in loading and unloading of patients and equipment (some lifting required).
• Work with internal and external customers to provide safe, efficient, courteous and reliable service.

Qualifications

• Commercial and Instrument Helicopter Ratings.
• First Class Medical and CAMTS requirement.
• 2,000 total flight hours, including 1,500 hours on helicopters, 1,000 hours PIC helicopter, 500 hours turbine helicopter, 100 hours unaided night operations or 50 unaided + 100 NVG hours.
• Weight restriction: individual weight not to exceed 235 lbs.
• Strong communication and internal/external customer service skills.
• Pre-placement physical exam (functional capacity exam, ability to lift 100 lbs), drug screening and background check.

Schedule & Location

• 7/7 day, with base schedule changes and possible schedule changes.
• Must reside within a 1‑hour commute of the base.

Compensation & Benefits

Competitive pay, shift bonuses, shift incentives, annual safety bonus, annual employee bonus, and a sign‑on bonus up to $50,000. Relocation package provided.

Equal Employment Opportunity

PHI, Inc. provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.